George Micheal give press conference after Sony Music Entertainment High Court Ruling

George Micheal give press conference after Sony Music Entertainment High Court Ruling

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The speaker expresses shock at Mr. Justice Parker's judgment regarding a recording contract with CBS Records. They highlight issues such as lack of ownership, control, and resignation rights in the music industry. The speaker defends their actions, explaining attempts to renegotiate the contract were to make the best of a bad situation. They express hope that the English legal system will not uphold the judgment, viewing it as professional slavery. The speaker plans to appeal the decision and thanks supporters for their backing.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the speaker is disappointed with the judgment?

The speaker was not allowed to perform live.

The speaker was not paid enough.

The speaker lost ownership of their work.

The contract was too short.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker say about the ability to resign from a music contract?

Artists can resign at any time.

There is no option to resign for artists.

Resignation is possible after a certain period.

Artists can resign with a penalty.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker justify renegotiating their contract?

They were forced by the record company.

They were trying to make the best of a bad situation.

They wanted to change their music style.

They wanted to increase their earnings.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on the English legal system's role in their case?

It will support the judgment.

It will ignore the case.

It will uphold professional slavery.

It will not support the judgment.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's next step after the judgment?

To accept the judgment.

To appeal the decision.

To sign a new contract.

To retire from music.